Porticus is an international organization that manages and develops the philanthropic programmes of charitable entities established by Brenninkmeijer family entrepreneurs. Porticus collaborates with partners around the globe to foster human dignity, social justice and sustainability, rooted in the Christian tradition.

Universidade Católica Portuguesa is a public interest, non-state, higher educational institution and leading research university in Portugal with strong core of values of knowledge, research, education and social impact, working for a stronger society with knowledgeable and ethical citizens.

The Católica Doctoral School is a nationwide unit dedicated to doctoral training at Universidade Católica Portuguesa. Its mission is to promote excellence in doctoral training, fostering internationalization, ethical responsibility and interdisciplinarity.